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In Vitro Pharmacological Testing (Synthetic Cannabinoids)

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Response Deadline11/09/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract involves providing specialized in vitro pharmacological testing for prime contractors working on projects for the Government of Canada's Department of Health. The scope of work focuses on evaluating the affinity, potency, and efficacy of 30 novel synthetic cannabinoids at CB1 and CB2 receptors. This process requires the use of GPCR activation testing, cell culture, and rigorous assay validation to deliver detailed pharmacological activity profiles and comprehensive technical reports. Performance of this contract takes place in the National Capital Region of Canada. Due to the nature of the materials involved, the successful provider must possess appropriate laboratory facilities for handling controlled substances and maintain all necessary licenses under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. The solicitation was posted on October 27, 2026, with a response deadline of November 9, 2026.

General Info

Agency

Government of Canada → Department of Health

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

National Capital Region (NCR), CAN

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 1000273405-1A.

The full solicitation package (6 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Request For Proposal (RFP) for Pharmacological testing of novel stimulants, and synthetic cannabinoids.

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Timeline

PostedOct 27

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Response DeadlineNov 9

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Response Deadline

11/09/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTCin 12 days

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → Department of Health

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Organization / AgencyGovernment of Canada → Department of Health

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Performs pharmacological testing for prime contractors on Health Canada projects. Evaluates affinity, potency, and efficacy at CB1 and CB2 receptors for 30 novel synthetic cannabinoids using GPCR activation testing, cell culture, and assay validation. Requires laboratory facilities for controlled substances and licenses under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. Delivers pharmacological activity profiles and technical reports.

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